1998 XJ8 Tranny I'm an idiot! Forum collective help needed!!
#61
I play basketball, football, tennis, soccer, you name it, I out run SOME of the younger kids.
#62
I just went by shop. Mechanic had put parts together and asked if I wanted to see A drum. He pulled it apart and I verified it was same as picture on this thread. He explained that there is so much pressure in there, and part being defective, is why it broke. He said they had some transmissions with same part, but if they had used it in mine, eventually have the same problem.
Part was ordered from the link I found on this website.
Part was ordered from the link I found on this website.
#63
Let me just say this to all the Jaguar fans out there... only collectors should own them. Not a vehicle for every day use like I was hoping it would be.
I am going to get it fixed, put it in my garage, drive it on weekends. I'll drive my 94 honda every day... as I have been doing.
I am going to get it fixed, put it in my garage, drive it on weekends. I'll drive my 94 honda every day... as I have been doing.
I too was going to make my XJR the weekend car, but I think that once you get it going again, you'll find yourself sneeking into it more than you think, and before you know it, that will be your daily driver...
Believe me, I'm SUPER sorry to hear of your Trans problems. I too would be in a jam if it was happening to me right now. But I believe you will come to Love the Jag again.
#64
I too was going to make my XJR the weekend car, but I think that once you get it going again, you'll find yourself sneeking into it more than you think, and before you know it, that will be your daily driver...
Believe me, I'm SUPER sorry to hear of your Trans problems. I too would be in a jam if it was happening to me right now. But I believe you will come to Love the Jag again.
Believe me, I'm SUPER sorry to hear of your Trans problems. I too would be in a jam if it was happening to me right now. But I believe you will come to Love the Jag again.
I could go on and on how this is bad timing but we will get through it somehow and I believe the jag should turn out to be a great car.
As for the VW, I have heard much of the issues these cars have and have no desire to own one. We all live and learn! Thanks for the post. I do feel encouraged.
#65
I called and A drum is in. Mechanics are about to re-install tranny. I was told there may be issues with the valve body but he thinks it should be okay. Shop owner said even a little wear could have an effect but they won't know until they try it out.
He said the re-manufactured drum from ebay looks good. I am worried about how much this is going to cost.
He said the re-manufactured drum from ebay looks good. I am worried about how much this is going to cost.
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I pick it up tomorrow somewhere around $3500.
I'll have to say that the excitement is somewhat bittersweet. I thought I had gotten this great deal on a older luxury car, had it 7 days, tranny breaks, and I had to go back to my 94 honda that needed brakes. I was going to put a cover on it but had to dole up $300 on it.
So, in 4 weeks I've had to cough up 8 grand I could have put on a newer car. Lawd hep me!!!
I'll have to say that the excitement is somewhat bittersweet. I thought I had gotten this great deal on a older luxury car, had it 7 days, tranny breaks, and I had to go back to my 94 honda that needed brakes. I was going to put a cover on it but had to dole up $300 on it.
So, in 4 weeks I've had to cough up 8 grand I could have put on a newer car. Lawd hep me!!!
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#69
This was a family owned business. I'm very satisfied with their work and customer service.
The total for the ebay A drum(which he ordered per my direction) was $225 and with labor, kit, fluid, I'm out $3800. He said the drum looked really good.
So in almost 4 weeks I have a 1998 Xj8 with $7800 in it. I guess the codes need to be reset because it is now showing low coolant on the dash and coolant is full.
This afternoon I drove it for about an hour normal operation and it was fine.
The differential is full but they commented on it being wet. I'll have to get this checked out. I wish there was something that I could do to get rid of the bogus low coolant message.
I also need a fix for the broken drink holder.
I really like this jag but it has been a pain so far. If I can have it for over 7 days with no surprises, maybe I'll start falling in love... we'll see.
The total for the ebay A drum(which he ordered per my direction) was $225 and with labor, kit, fluid, I'm out $3800. He said the drum looked really good.
So in almost 4 weeks I have a 1998 Xj8 with $7800 in it. I guess the codes need to be reset because it is now showing low coolant on the dash and coolant is full.
This afternoon I drove it for about an hour normal operation and it was fine.
The differential is full but they commented on it being wet. I'll have to get this checked out. I wish there was something that I could do to get rid of the bogus low coolant message.
I also need a fix for the broken drink holder.
I really like this jag but it has been a pain so far. If I can have it for over 7 days with no surprises, maybe I'll start falling in love... we'll see.
Last edited by Morpheus311; 09-26-2012 at 07:42 PM.
#70
Hope that's an end to major costs for some time and you can begin to enjoy it with confidence.
Graham
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#72
Do what I call the 'finger trick' unscrew the coolant cap and locate the level sensor float, slide it up and down the shaft to free it off from scale. You might have to siphon off some coolant to locate the float.
Loads of 'how to's' on the cup holder fix - do a search.
Hope this helps
Loads of 'how to's' on the cup holder fix - do a search.
Hope this helps
I got it washed and went to get fuel and found there was so much water in the canal around fuel cap, I had to sop it up with paper towels. I assume there is a drain that is stopped up. I felt and found what seemed to be a rubber/plastic cap but was not sure if this was it or not?
#73
Excellent! I'll give this a shot. One other thing.
I got it washed and went to get fuel and found there was so much water in the canal around fuel cap, I had to sop it up with paper towels. I assume there is a drain that is stopped up. I felt and found what seemed to be a rubber/plastic cap but was not sure if this was it or not?
I got it washed and went to get fuel and found there was so much water in the canal around fuel cap, I had to sop it up with paper towels. I assume there is a drain that is stopped up. I felt and found what seemed to be a rubber/plastic cap but was not sure if this was it or not?
Again, hope this helps!
#74
Something to keep in mind-
I have owned somewhere north of 30 vehicles (all used) and without fail they all needed some "sorting out", after which they gave me many miles of enjoyment.
I think you will find that when your XJ is sorted out you will have many miles of serious enjoyment in a car that has intrinsic qualities beyond just performance and looks.
Think about it. if you keep it for 10 years it will have cost you less than $700/year which equals a $60 +-/mo payment. Can't get a bicycle for that.
For the record, the X308/X300 is my all time favorite brand/model-art on wheels.
I have owned somewhere north of 30 vehicles (all used) and without fail they all needed some "sorting out", after which they gave me many miles of enjoyment.
I think you will find that when your XJ is sorted out you will have many miles of serious enjoyment in a car that has intrinsic qualities beyond just performance and looks.
Think about it. if you keep it for 10 years it will have cost you less than $700/year which equals a $60 +-/mo payment. Can't get a bicycle for that.
For the record, the X308/X300 is my all time favorite brand/model-art on wheels.
#75
Yes, a known crud trap the fuel filler neck, there's a little filter that has a tube running through to the ground, if the filter is bunged up the neck will hold water, not good. To clean the filter, I use a toothbrush, you just pull it out (the water should then drain) if not, use a wire coat hanger to clear the tube.
Again, hope this helps!
Again, hope this helps!
#76
Something to keep in mind-
I have owned somewhere north of 30 vehicles (all used) and without fail they all needed some "sorting out", after which they gave me many miles of enjoyment.
I think you will find that when your XJ is sorted out you will have many miles of serious enjoyment in a car that has intrinsic qualities beyond just performance and looks.
Think about it. if you keep it for 10 years it will have cost you less than $700/year which equals a $60 +-/mo payment. Can't get a bicycle for that.
For the record, the X308/X300 is my all time favorite brand/model-art on wheels.
I have owned somewhere north of 30 vehicles (all used) and without fail they all needed some "sorting out", after which they gave me many miles of enjoyment.
I think you will find that when your XJ is sorted out you will have many miles of serious enjoyment in a car that has intrinsic qualities beyond just performance and looks.
Think about it. if you keep it for 10 years it will have cost you less than $700/year which equals a $60 +-/mo payment. Can't get a bicycle for that.
For the record, the X308/X300 is my all time favorite brand/model-art on wheels.
It definitely draws the looks and it is an excellent conversation piece.
I look forward to "sorting it out" but I have absolutely no $$ more resources to draw upon.
My mother in law lives with us and she became too old to drive and gave me permission to sell her car about 5 years ago. I ended up selling it for $650. I couldn't even get it started. LOL! I now see that car all the time. It's pretty rusted out but someone is getting their moneys worth.
That is all I want... my moneys worth out of the jag.
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